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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Wilster and Plauen. The average train journey from Wilster to Plauen takes 12 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 264 mi (425 km) |
| Fastest train | 12h 0m |
| Lowest price | $151.29 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wilster to Plauen?
2 train services operate from Wilster to Plauen. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 12h 20m | $171.47 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 11h 38m | $151.29 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wilster to Plauen start from $151, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Plauen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wilster leaves from Train Station . And in Plauen trains arrive at Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf .
From Wilster to Plauen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 38 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Plauen on a weekend there is typically one Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Wilster.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wilster and Plauen is approximately 264 miles, or 425 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 12 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Wilster to Plauen tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Wilster at 11:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Wilster twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Plauen to Wilster.
City Information
Plauen
Plauen is a city in the state of Saxony, near Germany's border with Czechia. Plauen's history is closely woven to its lace and embroidery industry, so your first stop should be the Embroidery Machine Museum. Here, you'll learn about textile and fashion history, plus discover turn-of-the-century manufacturing and machinery. If you can't get enough, Plauen has no shortage of museums and attractions related to the embroidery industry; Plauener Spitzenmuseum, Weberhäuser, and Weisbachsches Haus are some of the more popular choices.
Plauen has a small and easy-to-navigate downtown area, with a good mix of fast food, international dining, and classic German eateries to fit whatever you're seeking. Leave plenty of time to wander through the city's streets and marvel at the different architecture styles of churches, museums, government buildings, and more.
You can travel to Plauen on FlixBus or several Deutsche Bahn train lines. These connections also mean Plauen could be a stop along the way to larger cities like Dresden or Prague since tickets to these cities are very affordable.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wilster?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Wilster.
All train stations in Wilster:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Plauen?
Main arrival station: Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
Plauen has one train station.
All train stations in Plauen:
Plauen(Vogtl) ob Bf
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